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Herbal remedies and vitamin supplements – which are most effective for Hypothalamic Amenorrhea?

It is very common for endocrinologists and GPs to address the hormonal imbalances associated with HA by simply masking the problem and prescribing artificial hormones. However, HRT and birth control are not a helpful solution and do not solve the underlying problem. By consuming artificial hormones, you are preventing your natural cycle from resuming. Hormone […]

Hypothalamic Amenorrhea – the importance of macronutrients

In order to recover from HA, it is very important that you incorporate each macronutrient into your daily meals. Fats, protein and carbohydrates all play a different role in supporting the hypothalamus. This can be very challenging for those suffering with HA as they are prone to diets and restriction. I outline below why it […]

The importance of good quality sleep

Lack of sleep is a stressor on the body and can increase cortisol levels. I therefore encourage you to prioritise healthy sleep patterns while recovering. I recommend the following: Aim for 8-9 hours of sleep each night to ensure enough time for both deep sleep and REM sleep Stick to a regular sleep schedule by […]

Hypothalamic Amenorrhea – stressed based chronic anovulation

What is Hypothalamic Amenorrhea? Functional hypothalamic amenorrhea occurs when the brain’s hypothalamus shuts down a woman’s reproductive system when it senses that the environment is not safe enough to create a baby. This occurs when the hypothalamus perceives too much stress on the body and consequently signals to the pituitary gland that it must stop […]

Assertiveness and boundary setting

Do you find it difficult to speak up for yourself and struggle to be truly authentic when communicating? Those of us with low self-esteem often struggle to be assertive; usually because we don’t feel that we deserve to be listened to. The ability to be assertive means you can stand up for yourself and communicate […]

Female relationship issues and fertility problems

Are you struggling to create and maintain romantic, intimate relationships? Have you ever wondered whether your attachment style is to blame? There are four attachment styles that we can adopt as adults: secure, anxious, avoidant, and anxious-avoidant. Which one do you identify most closely with? Secure Attachment Style you are very comfortable displaying affection and […]

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